Nesco Resource is partnering with a large generic pharmaceuticals manufacturer in their search for a production planner. Our client is actively interviewing and needs this position filled ASAP. If you have planning experience in a regulated industry, apply now!
Responsibilities
Production Planner
- Plans finished goods and sub-assemblies through various production operations to align with customer requirements
- Monitors production activities to ensure schedules are adhered to and deadlines are met.
- Generates contingency plans to ensure on-time delivery of customer orders.
- Executes MRP signals generated by customer requirements, sales orders and forecasts/inventory levels.
- Interfaces and coordinates with various departments to resolve material and capacity constraints.
- Notifies the production control supervisor of any issues and overdue material that may jeopardize on-time deliveries to customers.
- Works closely with other departments to ensure materials are received on-time.
- Tracks production performance.
- Works with the procurement department to advise on purchases for component needs.
- Participates in weekly meetings to review shortages/missed shipments and tablet demands.
- Handles cancellation requests from the Sales Department.
- Performs other duties as assigned by manager.
Requirements
- 5 years experience in a production planning/material control environment with MRP proficiency (QAD or SAP preferred).
- Associate's degree (business preferred) or equivalent experience
- APICS classes/certification preferred
- Must be proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc)
- Must possess excellent analytical, organizational and communicational skills
- Strong communication skills in writing, and orally with keen attention to detail
- Ability to function under minimal supervision
- Must be able to work overtime as needed
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.